Smart self-balancing personal transporters are the next Segways

Segway has announced two new self-balancing personal transporters that are going to be added to its consumer product line. The world’s leading provider of electric personal transportation, made the announcement at IFA, and plans to introduce the two new products, the Segway miniLITE and the miniPLUS, to form the new mini-series collection along with its current product the miniPRO.

Dennis Hardholt, President, Segway Europe B.V. commented: “Our vision is to change the way people travel. We want to make travelling and personal mobility an enjoyable and unique experience as well as simply an environmentally friendly way to get from point A to B.”

Hardholt continued: “By introducing our mini-series, we not only integrate connected transportation and technology into individuals lives, we now offer products for all the family to use on a daily base.”

miniLITEThe Segway miniLITE has a maximum speed of 16km/h, with a range of approximately 18km, and can be precisely steered with the knee control bar. It features customisable LED lights and the knee control bar is doubling as a handle to easily lift the miniLITE, while the fool-proof rider detection prevents riders from falling.

Wider and larger wheels have been designed to make this a comfortable yet sturdy product to travel over tougher terrains while maintaining balance. As a safer and fun alternative to the hoverboard, this is a great choice for children and teenagers during gift season.

miniPLUSThe Segway miniPLUS is the most exclusive of the mini-series. With special features including the Follow Me mode which can be enabled through the remote control, this product is designed not only as a vehicle but doubles as a travel companion. The self-balancing miniPLUS can reach up to 20km/h and travel up to 35km. Additionally, like all the products in the mini-series, riders can personalise their ride with customisable LED lights.

Stay smart and up-to-dateBoth additions to the mini-series can monitor statistics and vehicle through the Ninebot by Segway app. The app makes it possible to check speed, mileage, battery status and enables users to be updated and connected with other users nearby.

While the main model Ninebot by Segway miniPRO is already available in stores, the two additions Segway miniLITE and miniPLUS will be available in the course of Q4 2017.

KickScootersRecently, Segway also announced two new smart electric KickScooters with enhanced range and speed. The ES1 and ES2 are both lightweight, and feature a one touch folding system, allowing riders to practically commute or just ride for fun.

The speed differs from 20km/h for the ES1 to 25km/h for the ES2 and can even be expanded to 30km/h with the additional battery. The KickScooters offer a comfortable ride with features such as cruise control, anti-lock brake system and rear shock absorption.

IFA & IAA 2017Segway is attending IFA and is located in Hall 7.2a. Visitors are welcome to visit the booth for a product demonstration on the test track. From 12th-17th September Segway will also attend the large car show IAA in Frankfurt on 13th September on booth C22 in hall 3.1.

Electronic Specifier Ltd is not responsible for the content of external sites

This site uses cookies to enhance your visitor experience. Continuing to use this website gives consent to cookies being used. For more information on how to disable cookies see our Privacy & Data Protection Policy